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12 November 2026 (3 hours ago)
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9 February 2027
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Job Summary
Job Description
Project Manager Infrastructure (UAE)
Role overview
We are hiring a Project Manager to lead the delivery of infrastructure projects across the UAE from design coordination through construction handover on time within budget and to specification.
**Job title**
Project Manager Infrastructure
**Department**
Projects / Engineering and Delivery
**Location**
UAE (Dubai Abu Dhabi or Sharjah with regular site visits)
**Reports to**
Projects Director
**Employment type**
Full-time permanent
**Project types**
Roads and bridges utilities (water power drainage) district infrastructure marine or rail works
Key responsibilitiesPlanning and delivery
* Own the full project lifecycle: scope programme budget procurement execution testing commissioning and handover.
* Develop and maintain the project execution plan baseline programme (Primavera P6 or MS Project) and work breakdown structure.
* Track progress against milestones forecast delays early and agree recovery plans.
Cost and commercial control
* Manage the project budget cash flow variation orders claims and final accounts.
* Review and approve contractor and consultant payment applications.
* Report cost forecasts and risks to senior management on a monthly basis.
Stakeholder and contractor management
* Coordinate with clients consultants main contractors and subcontractors.
* Secure permits and no-objection certificates (NOCs) from UAE authorities such as RTA DEWA ADDC Dubai Municipality Department of Municipalities and Transport Etisalat and du.
* Lead progress design and coordination meetings; resolve interface issues across disciplines.
Quality health safety and environment
* Enforce HSE standards in line with UAE regulations client requirements and ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
* Ensure works meet approved drawings specifications and quality plans including inspection and test plans.
* Investigate incidents and non-conformances and close out corrective actions.
Risk and reporting
* Maintain the risk register and run regular risk reviews.
* Issue weekly and monthly progress reports covering programme cost quality safety and risks.
* Lead mentor and review the performance of the project team.
Qualifications and experienceRequired
* Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
* 10 years of experience in infrastructure project delivery with at least 5 years as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager.
* 5 years of experience on projects in the UAE or GCC with working knowledge of local authority approval processes.
* Proven record of delivering projects above AED 100 million on time and within budget.
* Experience with FIDIC contracts and claims management.
* Valid UAE driving licence (preferred at hire required within the probation period).
Preferred
* Project Management Professional (PMP) or PRINCE2 certification.
* Master's degree in Engineering or Project Management.
* Experience with PPP design-and-build or EPC delivery models.
Skills and competenciesTechnical
* Strong command of civil and infrastructure construction methods specifications and UAE standards.
* Advanced programming and cost control using Primavera P6 MS Project and Excel.
* Contract administration: extensions of time variations claims and dispute avoidance.
* Familiarity with BIM coordination tools and document platforms such as Aconex or Procore.
Leadership and behavioural
* Decisive leader who builds accountable multidisciplinary teams.
* Clear written and verbal communication in English; Arabic is an advantage.
* Negotiation and conflict resolution with clients authorities and contractors.
* Sound judgement under pressure with a strong safety-first mindset.
* Comfortable working in a multicultural environment and on site in UAE summer conditions.
What we offer and how to apply
* Competitive tax-free salary with the package to be confirmed by the hiring team.
* UAE employment visa Emirates ID and medical insurance for you and eligible dependants.
* Housing or transport allowance annual flight ticket and end-of-service gratuity under UAE labour law.
* 30 calendar days of annual leave plus public holidays.
* Training certification support and a clear path to Senior Project Manager or Programme Manager.
To apply send your CV and a cover letter to ****
Pay: AED15000.00 - AED20000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
Project Manager Infrastructure (UAE)
Role overview
We are hiring a Project Manager to lead the delivery of infrastructure projects across the UAE from design coordination through construction handover on time within budget and to specification.
**Job title**
Project Manager Infrastructure
**Department**
Projects / Engineering and Delivery
**Location**
UAE (Dubai Abu Dhabi or Sharjah with regular site visits)
**Reports to**
Projects Director
**Employment type**
Full-time permanent
**Project types**
Roads and bridges utilities (water power drainage) district infrastructure marine or rail works
Key responsibilitiesPlanning and delivery
* Own the full project lifecycle: scope programme budget procurement execution testing commissioning and handover.
* Develop and maintain the project execution plan baseline programme (Primavera P6 or MS Project) and work breakdown structure.
* Track progress against milestones forecast delays early and agree recovery plans.
Cost and commercial control
* Manage the project budget cash flow variation orders claims and final accounts.
* Review and approve contractor and consultant payment applications.
* Report cost forecasts and risks to senior management on a monthly basis.
Stakeholder and contractor management
* Coordinate with clients consultants main contractors and subcontractors.
* Secure permits and no-objection certificates (NOCs) from UAE authorities such as RTA DEWA ADDC Dubai Municipality Department of Municipalities and Transport Etisalat and du.
* Lead progress design and coordination meetings; resolve interface issues across disciplines.
Quality health safety and environment
* Enforce HSE standards in line with UAE regulations client requirements and ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
* Ensure works meet approved drawings specifications and quality plans including inspection and test plans.
* Investigate incidents and non-conformances and close out corrective actions.
Risk and reporting
* Maintain the risk register and run regular risk reviews.
* Issue weekly and monthly progress reports covering programme cost quality safety and risks.
* Lead mentor and review the performance of the project team.
Qualifications and experienceRequired
* Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
* 10 years of experience in infrastructure project delivery with at least 5 years as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager.
* 5 years of experience on projects in the UAE or GCC with working knowledge of local authority approval processes.
* Proven record of delivering projects above AED 100 million on time and within budget.
* Experience with FIDIC contracts and claims management.
* Valid UAE driving licence (preferred at hire required within the probation period).
Preferred
* Project Management Professional (PMP) or PRINCE2 certification.
* Master's degree in Engineering or Project Management.
* Experience with PPP design-and-build or EPC delivery models.
Skills and competenciesTechnical
* Strong command of civil and infrastructure construction methods specifications and UAE standards.
* Advanced programming and cost control using Primavera P6 MS Project and Excel.
* Contract administration: extensions of time variations claims and dispute avoidance.
* Familiarity with BIM coordination tools and document platforms such as Aconex or Procore.
Leadership and behavioural
* Decisive leader who builds accountable multidisciplinary teams.
* Clear written and verbal communication in English; Arabic is an advantage.
* Negotiation and conflict resolution with clients authorities and contractors.
* Sound judgement under pressure with a strong safety-first mindset.
* Comfortable working in a multicultural environment and on site in UAE summer conditions.
What we offer and how to apply
* Competitive tax-free salary with the package to be confirmed by the hiring team.
* UAE employment visa Emirates ID and medical insurance for you and eligible dependants.
* Housing or transport allowance annual flight ticket and end-of-service gratuity under UAE labour law.
* 30 calendar days of annual leave plus public holidays.
* Training certification support and a clear path to Senior Project Manager or Programme Manager.
To apply send your CV and a cover letter to ****
Pay: AED15000.00 - AED20000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
